The Bothy in Leith, Edinburgh, is a vibrant hub for original and cover acts alike, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for musicians. With a standing capacity of around 80, this intimate venue regularly hosts a free folk open mic on Sundays, encouraging local talent to showcase their skills. Equipped with a PA system and guitar amp, it supports a diverse range of genres in a community-focused setting.
Edinburgh · Every Sunday · No fee listed
The Bothy Open Mic
Leith's Sunday-night free folk open mic at 14 Wellington Place, EH6 7EQ — local music pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.
Next night: Sun 15 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 2 Sept 202620:00
Kick-off
Sundays
sign-up on the nightSundays
| Night | Every Sunday |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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| Capacity | c. 80 standing |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Website | thebothyleith.co.uk |
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03 — The night
Every SundayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
SundaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:00 Last songs
04 — Find The Bothy
LeithGetting there
14 Wellington Place,
Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7EQ
Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7EQ
The nearest station is The Shore (tram stop), about 5 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
3 provided| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | Bring your own |
| Guitar amp | Provided |
| Bass amp | Bring your own |
| Keys / keyboard | Bring your own |
| 2 vocal mics | Provided |
| In-house engineer | None |
06 — About
Leith, EdinburghAbout the night
The Bothy is a Leith music pub with a Sunday folk-leaning open mic.
180 minutes, 15 acts at 12 minutes.
Sign-up process
Sheet at the bar at 7:30pm. Walk-in.
Getting there
14 Wellington Place, EH6 7EQ. Bus 22, 35 from Edinburgh city centre.
The venue
Leith neighbourhood pub. 18+. Capacity c. 80.
The Bothy in Leith, Edinburgh, is a vibrant hub for original and cover acts alike, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for musicians. With a standing capacity of around 80, this intimate venue regularly hosts a free folk open mic on Sundays, encouraging local talent to showcase their skills. Equipped with a PA system and guitar amp, it supports a diverse range of genres in a community-focused setting.
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Leith · Every Sunday
The Bothy Open Mic
Leith's Sunday-night free folk open mic at 14 Wellington Place, EH6 7EQ — local music pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.
- Sunday
- Open mic night
- Apr 2026
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- 2 Sept
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- No fee
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
The Bothy Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Bothy Open Mic runs on Sundays at The Bothy in Edinburgh, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 2 Sept 2026
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Partly verified
Music starts around 20:00, finishing about 23:00. A PA is listed; check what else is on stage before you bring a band.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 20:00Starts in 2d 11h 56m
Age18+
Capacityc. 80 standing
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerNone in-house
Directory statusBeing verified
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Websitethebothyleith.co.uk
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NightSundayEvery SundayNext: Sun 15 Nov
Starts20:00until 23:00
Sign-upTBCsign-upNot confirmed yet
SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
The Bothy is a Leith music pub with a Sunday folk-leaning open mic.
180 minutes, 15 acts at 12 minutes.
Sign-up process
Sheet at the bar at 7:30pm. Walk-in.
Getting there
14 Wellington Place, EH6 7EQ. Bus 22, 35 from Edinburgh city centre.
The venue
Leith neighbourhood pub. 18+. Capacity c. 80.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitBring your own
Guitar ampProvided
Bass ampBring your own
Keys / keyboardBring your own
2 vocal micsProvided
In-house engineerNone
The Night at a Glance
How The Bothy’s Sunday night runs.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 20:00Starts in 2d 11h 56m
Kick-off20:00Every Sunday
Venue closes22:00The listed closing time
Music ends23:00Last act finishes
How often
Every Sunday
Coming up
Sun 15 Nov · Sun 22 Nov · Sun 29 Nov
Kit
The Bothy provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
First time here?
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find The Bothy
14 Wellington Place, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7EQ
Address14 Wellington Place
AreaLeith, Edinburgh
PostcodeEH6 7EQ
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is The Shore (tram stop), about 5 minutes' walk away. The Bothy is in Leith, Edinburgh — use EH6 7EQ for sat-nav, taxis and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
Open mics nearby
Bannerman's Bar, Biddy Mulligans, The Auld Hundred and The Stand Comedy Club
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Sunday Night
Get there early to sign up for a slot. The open mic runs until about 23:00. The Bothy provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
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The Bothy provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for The Bothy's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Edinburgh open mics.
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14 Wellington Place, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7EQ.
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The nearest station is The Shore (tram stop), about 5 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is EH6 7EQ. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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10 — Venues near The Bothy
All ›More rooms near The Bothy: The Bowlers Rest, Arcadia Music Cafe, Assembly Rooms, B Bar Edinburgh, Backstage at The Green Hotel, Bannermans, Barony Bar, Biddy Mulligans, Bogarts, Boston Bar New Town and Boston Bar Old Town.
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